ESSE January 2026 Special Edition | Cover featuring Wakana Matsumoto, includes a Moomin quilted shoulder bag set.

ESSE January 2026 Special Edition (Cover: Wakana Matsumoto) includes a Moomin quilted shoulder bag and a small Mei charm storage bag.

The January 2026 issue of the Japanese lifestyle magazine ESSE, a special supplement edition, is now officially on sale. According to official information, the cover star is popular actress Wakana Matsumoto. The special edition exclusively includes a practical Moomin quilted shoulder bag and a Little My charm storage bag.

Included with the book: Moomin deluxe two-piece set and a cookbook.

1. Moomin Grey Quilted Shoulder Bag
Featuring a sophisticated yet charming gray quilted design perfect for winter. It boasts a large capacity, easily accommodating A4-sized documents and a laptop (PC). The extended handle design allows for easy carrying even under a thick winter coat.
Dimensions (approx.): 35.5 cm (height) x 31.5 cm (width) (excluding handle)

2. Little My (小美) Ornament Storage Bag
It comes with an adorable Little My-shaped storage pouch that can be attached directly to a shoulder bag as a charm, making it perfect for storing small personal items such as lipstick, keys, or loose paper.
Dimensions (approx.): 13 cm (height) x 7 cm (width)

3. Supplementary Booklet: ESSE's Divine and Effortless Best Recipe Book
A recipe booklet is included with the book, featuring a variety of time-saving and delicious recipes to help you easily prepare your daily meals.

Magazine Title: ESSE (エッセ) January 2026 Special Supplement
Cover star: Wakana Matsumoto
Publisher: Fuso Society
Release Date: December 2, 2025

*Note: The special edition does not include the "Moomin Household Account Book" from the regular edition. Other props and costumes used in the photoshoot are not included.